America's Blood Centers

Washington, DC – As the nation commemorates Juneteenth and World Sickle Cell Awareness Day, America’s Blood Centers, the national organization of community-based, independent blood centers that supply 60 percent of the nation’s blood supply, is reminding individuals of the important role that diversifying the blood donor base plays in supporting and improving...

Washington, D.C. — America’s Blood Centers (ABC), the national organization of community-based, independent blood centers that supply 60 percent of the nation’s blood supply, today announced the recipients of its 2026 Congressional Champions Awards are Rep. Tony Wied (R-Wis.) and Rep. Kim Schrier, MD (D-Was.). This recognition, a cornerstone of ABC’s

Over 100 leading organizations from across the nation have united to kick off Blood Advocacy Week 2026, calling on Members of Congress to take decisive action in supporting the blood supply as a national priority.

The letter to Congress is available

As part of ABC’s Act for Blood program, we are working with Congressional offices and ABC members to transform site visits from routine educational opportunities into high-impact advocacy tools. The goal is to show members of Congress and their staff what the important ...

Washington, D.C. — America’s Blood Centers, the national organization of community-based, independent blood centers that supply 60 percent of the nation’s blood supply, today released its latest report,